How much does a writer and author make in Massachusetts?
$85,260a year
Median yearly pay for writer and authors in Massachusetts. That is $40.99 an hour or $7,105 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.99
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,910Median: $85,260Highest 10%: $139,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,910 | $28.32 | |
| 25th | $67,770 | $32.58 | |
| Median | $85,260 | $40.99 | |
| 75th | $108,000 | $51.94 | |
| 90th | $139,000 | $66.80 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $85,260 |
| Worcester, MA | $80,490 |
| Providence, RI | $70,620 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $65,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for writer and authors.
| 5. Louisiana | $89,520 |
| 6. California | $86,480 |
| 7. Washington | $85,700 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $85,260 |
| 9. Virginia | $85,000 |
| 10. New Jersey | $81,590 |
| 11. Oregon | $80,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a writer and author make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $40.99 ($85,260 a year).
Do writer and authors make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $85,260 against $76,910 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for writer and author pay?
Massachusetts ranks 8 of 43 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays writer and authors the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $85,260 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.